Tender

Archives Revealed Evaluation 2026-2029

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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02 Feb 2026 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, a central government public authority located in Richmond, UK, has initiated an open procurement process for the "Archives Revealed Evaluation 2026-2029." This tender seeks to select a supplier to evaluate the Archives Revealed funding programme over a three-year period. The procurement falls under the industry category of evaluation consultancy services, with specific delivery regions identified as UKI and UKJ in the United Kingdom. The tender stage is currently active, with a closing date for submissions set for 9th March 2026. Interested parties are advised that all communications regarding this tender should be sent via email to the provided contact point, and electronic submissions are not allowed.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in evaluation services to expand their portfolio and secure a substantial contract valued at approximately £145,000. Businesses with a strong track record in providing monitoring and evaluation services, particularly those with experience in the heritage sector, will find themselves well-positioned to submit a strong bid. The tender criteria emphasise quality, focusing on methodology, team composition, and experience in similar projects, making it ideal for SMEs aiming to grow within the public sector. Additionally, bidders are encouraged to integrate social value considerations into their approach, aligning with the government's emphasis on sustainable and environmentally responsible procurement practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Archives Revealed Evaluation 2026-2029

Notice Description

The purpose of this procurement process is to select a supplier to evaluate the Archives Revealed funding programme between 2026 and 2029.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06148f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009110-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,883 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,883 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nationalarchives.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Further Information

Notice Documents

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